On the opening day of World Health Expo (WHX) 2026, the Ministry of Health and Prevention, alongside national and emirate-level health authorities, is participating under the Emirates Health platform. Through this national platform, UAE health authorities are showcasing how policy, regulation, and innovation are being applied at a national scale reinforcing healthcare as a national priority and underscoring the governmentโs commitment to building the health of a nation.
The Emirates Health platform brings together federal and local health authorities to present a shared national vision focused on building the health of a nation, prioritizing prevention, strengthening preparedness, and applying innovation at scale to deliver longer, healthier lives and reinforce national resilience.
Throughout the exhibition, participating authorities are highlighting healthcare in the UAE as a national responsibility rather than a standalone sector. The unified presence demonstrates how policy leadership, regulation, and delivery work together to protect population health, improve outcomes, and support long-term social and economic development in line with national priorities, including We the UAE 2031 and the UAE Centennial 2071.
Unified National Effort
Participating under the Emirates Health platform are the Ministry of Health and Prevention, the Emirates Drug Establishment, the Department of Health โ Abu Dhabi, the Dubai Health Authority, the Sharjah Health Authority, and the Emirates Council for Integrative Medicine. Together, these authorities reflect a model of national leadership and collective delivery, with each operating within its mandate while contributing to shared health priorities.
The platform highlights how coordination across authorities enables more effective planning, improved decision-making, and stronger partnerships at local, regional, and global levels. Innovation, digital transformation, and data-driven insight are presented as tools that serve public health objectives and improve quality of life, rather than ends in themselves.
National Health Initiatives and Strategic Announcements
As part of the Emirates Health showcase, a series of national initiatives is being presented to demonstrate how policy, regulation, and innovation support population health and future readiness. These include the Enterprise Data Warehouse and Disease Registry (Bayan), which integrates health data across public and private sectors to support evidence-based planning and predictive analytics; the Health Policy and Legislation Smart Platform, designed to enable agile, forward-looking health regulation; and the AI-powered Behavioural Insights Platform, which supports preventive health policies through data-driven behavioural analysis.
National health priorities and system-level initiatives
As part of the Emirates Health showcase, national initiatives are being presented to demonstrate how policy, regulation, and innovation support population health and future readiness. These include the Enterprise Data Warehouse and Disease Registry (Bayan), which integrates health data across public and private sectors to support evidence-based
planning and predictive analytics; the Health Policy and Legislation Smart Platform, designed to enable agile, forward-looking health regulation; and the AI-powered Behavioural Insights Platform, which supports preventive health policies through data-driven behavioural analysis.
Clinical innovation and organ donation
Within the broader national health framework, clinical innovation is also being highlighted, including advanced organ perfusion technologies that extend organ viability and expand opportunities for transplantation. These capabilities reflect the work of the National Program for Donation and Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissue (Hayat), reinforcing the UAEโs commitment to saving lives and strengthening regional and international cooperation in organ donation and transplantation.
Leadership perspectives
H.E. Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention, said: โBuilding the health of nations is one of the most fundamental responsibilities of government. The UAE continues to advance its focus on prevention, early action, and protecting population health. Our priority is strengthening preparedness, applying innovation responsibly, and enabling longer, healthier lives. Through World Health Expo 2026, we are articulating how national vision is translated into real impact through policy, regulation, data, and partnerships that put people first.โ
Sheikha Salama bint Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Chairperson of the UAE Integrative Medicine Council, said: โThe UAE is pioneering a new era of global healthcare by bridging our rich Emirati heritage and traditional practices with modern medicine, grounded in an evidence-based health approach. Through the participation of the UAE Integrative Medicine Council at World Health Expo (WHX) Dubai 2026, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to developing a balanced healthcare system one that builds new capabilities and specializations, strengthens research and collaboration with partners and stakeholders, and expands access to diverse treatment options. This approach reinforces the UAEโs position as a leading global destination for comprehensive, sustainable healthcare.โ
H.E. Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the Department of Health, Abu Dhabi, commented: โIn Abu Dhabi, health is designed as a connected system, an integrated intelligent infrastructure that works quietly in the background of daily life, bringing intelligence, data, and care together to serve people first. At World Health Expo 2026, the UAE presents this approach as a unified national model, highlighting how prevention-led thinking delivers sustainable impact for communities. Through collective action and collaborative, technology-enabled efforts, this model continues to enhance efficiency and resilience, empowering communities to enjoy longer, healthier lives.โ
H.E. Dr Fatima Al Kaabi, Director General of the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), stressed that taking part in the World Health Expo (WHX) 2026, under the unified national pavilion โEmirates Healthโ, is a strategic step demonstrating the Establishmentโs commitment to supporting the UAEโs leadership in developing an integrated healthcare and pharmaceutical ecosystem.
Al Kaabi noted that the Establishmentโs participation will also cement the UAEโs vision of strengthening drug security as a fundamental pillar of sustainable healthcare.
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During the event, she said, we will shed light on the EDEโs role in developing and regulating the pharmaceutical sector in line with the highest international standards, through innovative initiatives and high-impact projects.
โThe Establishment will also strengthen integration with health and regulatory authorities at both the local and international levels, thereby supporting prevention efforts, enhancing health readiness, and contributing to improved quality of life, in line with the objectives of โWe the UAE 2031โ and the UAE Centennial 2071.โ
Dr Al Kaabi added that the UAE has successfully established an advanced and sustainable healthcare system, built on qualified national talent, state-of-the-art healthcare infrastructure, and effective international partnerships.
Within this framework, the Emirates Drug Establishment will continue to fulfil its regulatory mandate with confidence by developing policies, modernising legislative frameworks, and enabling strategic partnerships. These efforts will not only contribute to delivering a qualitative shift in customer experience and enhancing operational efficiency but also to reinforcing the UAEโs position as a global benchmark for effective health governance at leading international forums.
His Excellency Dr. Alawi Alsheikh-Ali, Director General of the Dubai Health Authority, said that World Health Expo 2026 represents a key pillar in the development of the healthcare sector. The event brings together leading health leaders, experts, decision-makers and innovators under one roof in Dubai, forming a global platform for the latest technologies and smart solutions that contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.
His Excellency affirmed that bringing health entities across the United Arab Emirates together on a single platform at the Expo reflects the strength of the UAEโs integrated institutional model and highlights the countryโs commitment to advancing a healthcare ecosystem built on innovation and sustainability.
He added: โWe are proud that Dubai is hosting this global event, which reinforces its position as an international hub for specialised exhibitions and conferences, and as a leading destination for envisioning the future of health.โ
His Excellency Dr. Abdulaziz Saeed Al Muhairi, Chairman of the Sharjah Health Authority, affirmed that the Authorityโs participation in this event marks its first involvement in such a forum and represents a significant participation within its ongoing efforts to strengthen its institutional presence and highlight its healthcare services and community initiatives.
His Excellency explained that this participation contributes to enhancing cooperation with various health entities across the country and opens new horizons for strategic partnerships and the exchange of expertise, thereby supporting the development of an integrated healthcare system based on quality and sustainability.
He pointed out that the event serves as a leading global platform bringing together a distinguished group of experts and specialists in the healthcare sector, enabling the Authority to benefit from international expertise and gain insight into best practices and successful experiences in the field of healthcare.
He added that the Sharjah Health Authorityโs participation in such international forums reflects its commitment to strengthening the Emirate of Sharjahโs pioneering position in health programs and specialized services, and to reinforcing its role as an advanced model in the development of healthcare services, in line with the Emirateโs vision to enhance quality of life and promote community health.
Global Engagement and Knowledge Exchange
World Health Expo 2026 also serves as a platform for engagement with international partners and experts. Across the exhibition, UAE health authorities are participating in policy dialogues, workshops, and knowledge-exchange sessions addressing topics such as genomics, behavioural insights, medical liability, and health adaptation. A number of agreements are also being signed with local and international entities to advance collaboration and support the continued development of healthcare services.
World Health Expo 2026 brings together more than 4,300 exhibitors from over 180 countries, alongside hundreds of international experts and speakers, providing a global forum for dialogue on innovation in healthcare delivery, emerging technologies, and policy collaboration.
